Sponsorship
More information about the eligibility criteria for submitting an application within this category can be found in the Sponsorship Guidelines.
If you would like to know about specific funded projects, please reach out to the Local Buying Foundation Project Officers.
Upcoming Local Buying Foundation sponsored Events
Celebrating Local Business Excellence
The Port Augusta Outstanding Business Awards highlighted the strength and diversity of the local business community, creating an important platform for recognition and growth.
Elevating leadership in the Pilbara
The Women of the Pilbara Forum 2025 united 480 attendees from across the region in a powerful celebration of women in business and leadership.
Decarbonisation Accelerated – Leading the Way in the Greater Whitsunday
The Decarbonisation Accelerated project, delivered by the RCOE in partnership with Greater Whitsunday Alliance is making a real difference towards a sustainable future.
Mackay Isaac Tourism Awards 2025
Industry recognition drives capability, collaboration and market confidence. The Local Buying Foundation’s involvement reflects its commitment to building sustainable communities through strategic support.
Men’s Voice in Changing Navigating Diversity
Inclusive leadership and culture are essential for attracting and retaining talent, improving safety and driving performance, by helping SMEs build stronger teams and better outcomes.
Strengthening Leadership and Workforce Participation
Equipping women with leadership skills and networks strengthens succession planning, boosts workforce participation and enhances SME performance, reflecting a committment to sustainable regions.
Upper Hunter Shines at Showcase 2025
The Upper Hunter Showcase, hosted by the Muswellbrook Chamber of Commerce and Industry brought together the region’s vibrant business community for a full-day event.
FY25 Annual Summary | Celebrating a Year of Impact
The FY25 Annual Summary showcases a year of strategic investment and continued support for events and initiatives supporting our local regional businesses.
Mackay Chamber rolls out Calendar of Events for 2025
Across 2025 and 2026, the Mackay Region Chamber of Commerce is rolling out an exciting calendar of events designed to spark new opportunities.
Queensland Resources and Innovation Expo
The Local Buying Foundation is proud to announce funding for the Resources Centre of Excellence to host an industry-driven Regional Queensland Coal Mining and Innovation Expo in July 2025.
Celebrating Muswellbrook Business Excellence
The Muswellbrook Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted its prestigious Business Awards 2025, celebrating the outstanding achievements of local businesses and their contribution to the Upper Hunter region.
Keeping SA Far North Business Safe Online
This initiative delivered a six-part face-to-face workshop series acrossfar north SA. Each session was designed to be practical and immediately actionable, covering topics such as recognising cyber threats, securing business systems and responding to attacks.
Success for the Inaugural Tech Verge Summit
Hosted by Greater Whitsunday Innovations, this inaugural event with a strong focus on ditigal tools explored practical, real-world applications of technology for regional businesses.
Bowen Basin Women in Leadership Program
The Bowen Basin Women in Leadership Program, delivered by RDA Greater Whitsundays and proudly supported by the Local Buying Foundation, has concluded its latest cohort with resounding success
RIN Professional Development Conference 2025
Scheduled for late 2025, attendees will engage with keynote speakers, participate in workshops to enhance leadership, emotional intelligence and career development.
Port Hedland Online Business Directory
The Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently delivered an important project to strengthen the visibility of local businesses
Whyalla Learns How to Make an Impression
More than just a training opportunity, this program highlights the power of collaboration – between education providers, local government and community-focused organisations.
Mackay Region | 2025 Calendar of Events
The 2025 Calendar of Events is a program designed to equip local businesses with the knowledge, tools and connections needed to thrive in today’s evolving economic landscape.
Empowering Indigenous Women: Horizon Leadership Program in Queensland
The Horizon program is a powerful example of how targeted support can uplift voices, build resilience and drive meaningful change.
Isaac Business Chamber – Calendar of Events 2025
This initiative builds on the momentum of the Chamber’s successful “Finders Keepers” HR workshop, which drew praise for its practical tools and inclusive delivery.
Past Awards, Conferences and Events proudly sponsored by the Local Buying Foundation
Celebrating Local Business Excellence
Elevating leadership in the Pilbara
Decarbonisation Accelerated – Leading the Way in the Greater Whitsunday
Mackay Isaac Tourism Awards 2025
Men’s Voice in Changing Navigating Diversity
Strengthening Leadership and Workforce Participation
Upper Hunter Shines at Showcase 2025
FY25 Annual Summary | Celebrating a Year of Impact
Mackay Chamber rolls out Calendar of Events for 2025
Queensland Resources and Innovation Expo
Celebrating Muswellbrook Business Excellence
Keeping SA Far North Business Safe Online
Success for the Inaugural Tech Verge Summit
Bowen Basin Women in Leadership Program
RIN Professional Development Conference 2025
Port Hedland Online Business Directory
Whyalla Learns How to Make an Impression
Mackay Region | 2025 Calendar of Events
Empowering Indigenous Women: Horizon Leadership Program in Queensland
Isaac Business Chamber – Calendar of Events 2025
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Acknowledgement of Country
The Local Buying Foundation acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land where we work and live. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land.